Criminal Defense
White collar crime generally refers to crime that’s committed with a pen, as opposed to a gun or a knife, and it almost always involves stealing money, usually from a business. These kinds of crimes are generally well documented because people keep records when it comes to their money. So,…
Obstruction of justice involves willfully interfering with law and order. It carries hefty penalties. This is why it’s crucial that you hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to mount a strong defense against the charges you’re facing. Common Law Definition of Obstruction of Justice Obstruction of justice refers to the…
Listen, most people who get convicted of sex crimes get convicted because they said something stupid to law enforcement. A lot of people think, “If I can just explain what happened, the police will see that I didn’t do anything wrong, and they’ll leave me alone.” I cannot stress enough…
We are proud to announce that Howard Kurtz, one of our founding partners and a legal extraordinaire, has returned to Kurtz & Blum. He has returned home to the firm he helped established over 20 years ago, which is now a well-established law firm and symbol of legal excellence in…
Just a few days from the return of legendary Howard Kurtz, Kurtz & Blum is welcoming the newest addition to their criminal defense team, Jared Hammett. Hammett is an experienced trial attorney who has ample experience in family matters, including defending individuals accused of child abuse. He brings with him…
Fear of civil or criminal penalties is one of the main motivators the government uses to get people to pay their taxes. But if you fail to pay your taxes, or you make a mistake and underreport your income, what kind of penalties could you face? Could you really go…
How do we handle the prescription drug abuse cases? They’re a little different than other kinds of drug abuse cases because most of the people who are accused of prescription drug abuse started using the prescription drugs because they were properly prescribed by a doctor. These are people who have…
Many people think that possession charges aren’t a big deal, but then they find themselves with charges for possession with the intent to sell or deliver. This offense carries stiff penalties and can result in years behind bars. Understanding this crime and when you can be charged with it is…
The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that intentional tax evasion and unintentional errors results in approximately $458 billion in lost revenue annually. To combat this, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has increased prosecution and penalties for those accused of failing to file a tax return, making a false…
If you think you may be under investigation by the police, there are several signs you can watch for that could indicate your hunch is correct. It is important to remember that you have rights, including the right to representation, the right to remain silent, and the right to avoid…
